Code Review++: Leveling Up Your Automation

Test automation is a tool to increase confidence in software releases, but often it becomes unreliable and difficult to maintain, and does the opposite. We even adopted a word for it: “flaky”… But we wouldn’t accept a flaky product, so why do we accept flaky tests? Code reviews can be a testing team’s superpower, helping create uniform, understandable and maintainable test automation. Yet sometimes they are skipped completely, treated as a mere formality, or enforced as an intimidating gatekeeping process. This leads to missed opportunities for collaboration and growth. This tutorial will explore how to transform code reviews into a dynamic and valuable practice. From catching technical flaws to improving team communication, we’ll cover key techniques, automation strategies, and tools that make reviews both efficient and meaningful. Attendees will learn practical methods to review code, communicate feedback, and foster mentorship within their teams. Additionally, we will introduce new and innovative approaches that go beyond traditional linters and AI-assistants. Whether a junior or seasoned tester, this interactive tutorial will equip you with the skills to turn code reviews into a powerful tool for learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.